Premier League leaders Arsenal travel to an in-form Aston Villa side that has turned Villa Park into a fortress, but the Gunners face a tough challenge compounded by a growing list of key player injuries.
Aston Villa is set to host Premier League leaders Arsenal at Villa Park on Saturday in a massive top-of-the-table clash.
Unai Emery’s side has been “formidable at home this season,” turning Villa Park into a fortress with an undefeated streak since August.
Boosted by Ollie Watkins, who has six goals in 11 matches against the Gunners, Villa looks to continue their impressive form, having claimed 15 points in their last six league matches.
Arsenal, currently sitting first, hopes to avoid having injuries derail their title charge once again, with manager Mikel Arteta facing a squad “crisis.”
The Gunners have major doubts, including Cristhian Mosquera, Leandro Trossard, and William Saliba.
Despite their injury woes, the acquisition of Viktor Gyökeres has proven crucial, and FotMob predicts a narrow 2-1 victory for Arsenal in what is certain to be an intriguing and defining match.